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Growing Up Smith

2017·Movie
1h 42min·PG-13
71
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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Growing up, family, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

It’s better to stand out than to fit in.

In 1979, an Indian family moves to America with hopes of living the American Dream. While their 10-year-old boy Smith falls head-over-heels for the girl next door, his desire to become a "good old boy" propels him further away from his family's ideals than ever before.
Coming-of-Age StoryAmerican DreamFamily ComedyCultural Assimilation1970s NostalgiaIntercultural RomanceWholesome EntertainmentFamily-FriendlyCharming

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Growing Up Smith legally?

Growing Up Smith is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Growing Up Smith worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 73%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Growing Up Smith rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Growing Up Smith?

1 h 42 min

Growing Up Smith runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Growing Up Smith?

Critics73
Audiences70

Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see Growing Up Smith much the same way.

What language is Growing Up Smith in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Growing Up Smith?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Growing Up Smith in 134 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.